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Far right performs well in EU election

Episode 240612 / 12 Jun 2024

(Images via Maja Hitij/Getty Images)

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The story

The far right has performed well in the latest European Union elections, but overall the centre-right remains strongest. 

The French president Emmanuel Macron called a surprise national election after his centrist party performed badly.

In other parts of the EU, left-wing and green parties increased their votes.

Neil and Beth explain this news story and teach you some useful vocabulary.

News headlines

Centre-right on course to strengthen majority in EU election, as far-right makes gains
BBC News

EU elections latest: Macron issues message to French voters after calling shock election; euro slumps at 'uncertainty'
Sky News

As Europe votes, a populist wave surges
Politico

Key words and phrases

makes gains
gradually makes improvements

  • I’m really making gains in my battle against the slugs in my garden. I’ve hardly seen any recently.

slumps
falls suddenly

  • I want to sell my old phone, but the prices have slumped recently, so I won’t get much money for it.

surges
moves or increases quickly

  • Support for the politician surged when she made her speech.

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